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After 4 minutes, reduce heat to lowest setting for 1 minute, add the cream and the saffron (or turmeric powder) and cook for 4 minutes. (Do NOT allow the bisque to boil after adding the cream.) Serve hot with French bread.

Angels on Horseback

Makes 30 hors d’oeuvres.

12 ounces thawed oysters

½ teaspoon lemon pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

10 strips of pork, turkey, or salmon bacon, cut in thirds

Place an oyster on each piece of bacon and sprinkle with parsley and lemon pepper. Wrap bacon around oyster and secure with a toothpick.

Place oysters on a broiler pan. Broil about 4 inches from source of heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Turn carefully. Broil 4 to 5 minutes longer or until bacon is crisp.

Storage

Keep frozen at or below 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius) until ready to use.

Oysters frozen under these conditions should retain their quality for at least six to 12 months. NOTE: Oysters stored in frost-free freezers should be used within 3 months.

Thawing and handling instructions

To thaw, place the frozen oysters in a colander or sieve and place inside a bowl. Cover loosely and let thaw slowly in the refrigerator, at or below 38° F (3° C).

For quick-thawing, place unopened bag in cool water for 20 to 30 minutes, just until oysters are fully flexible.

After 4 minutes, reduce heat to lowest setting for 1 minute, add the cream and the saffron (or turmeric powder) and cook for 4 minutes. (Do NOT allow the bisque to boil after adding the cream.) Serve hot with French bread.

Angels on Horseback

Makes 30 hors d'oeuvres.

12 ounces thawed oysters

½ teaspoon lemon pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

10 strips of pork, turkey, or salmon bacon, cut in thirds

Place an oyster on each piece of bacon and sprinkle with parsley and lemon pepper. Wrap bacon around oyster and secure with a toothpick.

Place oysters on a broiler pan. Broil about 4 inches from source of heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Turn carefully. Broil 4 to 5 minutes longer or until bacon is crisp.